Whirlpool 9762998, Install Manual

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools needed
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included.
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Brackets must be securely mounted to subfloor. Thickness of
flooring may require longer screws to anchor bracket to
subfloor. Longer screws are available from your local hardware
store.
Parts needed
Check local codes and consult gas supplier. Check existing gas
supply and electrical supply. See “Electrical Requirements” and
“Gas Supply Requirements” sections.
WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or
the gas supplier.
In the State of Massachusetts, the following installation instructions apply:
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Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by
the State of Massachusetts.
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If using a ball valve, it shall be a T-handle type.
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A flexible gas connector, when used, must not exceed 3 feet.
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Tape measure
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Flat-blade screwdriver
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Phillips screwdriver
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Level
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Hand or electric drill
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Hammer
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Channel lock pliers
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Pipe wrench
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¹⁵⁄₁₆
" combination wrench
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³⁄₈
" drive ratchet
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³⁄₈
" nut driver
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¹⁄₈
" (3.2 mm) drill bit (for
wood floors)
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Marker or pencil
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Masking tape
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Pipe-joint compound
resistant to LP gas
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³⁄₁₆
" (4.8 mm) carbide-tipped
masonry drill bit (for
concrete/ceramic floors)
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Noncorrosive leak-detection
solution
For LP/Natural Gas
Conversions
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½" combination wrench
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⁵⁄₈
" combination wrench
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⁵⁄₁₆
" nut driver
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Phillips screwdriver
A. Anti-tip bracket
B. Plastic anchors (2)
C. #10 x
¹⁄₂
" screws (2)
A
B
C